Registered Nurse Joint Coordinator II - Florence Surgery Center

Position: Registered Nurse Total Joint Coordinator II - Florence Surgery Center
Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn't just what we do, it's how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

* Clinical quality

* Integrity

* Service excellence

* Teamwork

* Accountability

* Continuous improvement

* Inclusion

Our values aren't empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you'll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

Responsibilities

The RN Total Joint Coordinator (TJC) will oversee the entire process of Total Joint care, from scheduling through discharge. The coordinator will work closely with the orthopedic offices as well as sales representatives, work with patients through preoperative testing, and help with DME for discharge home use.

ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Job Knowledge

* Assesses, plans, evaluates, and ensures the implementation of the total joint program.

* Participates in all meetings related to the Total Joint Program

* Owns the Total Joint Pre-Admission Patient Handbook and Bootcamp Class

* Trains current and new teammates in the Pre/Post area on what is included in the Pre-Admission class and handbook and assures that a current copy of the handbook is available in all Pre and Post-Op departments

* Takes action to contact patient shortly after patient is scheduled to begin the collecting of all required documentation and to schedule the Total Joint Bootcamp Class

* Ensures that the Total Joint patient and their Coach have read the Pre-Admission Patient Handbook and have attended the Total Joint Bootcamp Class and that this is documented in the patient record

* Ensures that all required and appropriate information is collected and added to the Total Joint patient record

* Works closely with Physician offices and Medical Director in determining appropriate Total Joint Patient selection for the ASC setting

* When assessing patient appropriateness for the ASC setting, refers to all Total Joint program tools and patient chart documents, including, but not limited to:
Total Joint Patient Selection Criteria, Clinic Hand-off Tools, Patient self-documentation of medical history, History and Physical, labs and other testing, and any consults or follow-up referrals

* Monitors the schedule for time changes and communicates them appropriately to patients

* Ensures provision of patient care in an organized and timely manner

* Adheres to all surgery center policies and procedures when providing patient care

* Collaborates with Leadership Team providing constructive input on any proposed process changes to the Total Joint Program

* Utilizes nursing care standards when planning and implementing patient care

* Demonstrates ability to direct and provide for patient care in emergency situations

* Participates in performance improvement projects related to the Total Joint program

* Assesses learning needs according to staff's level of understanding and readiness to learn

* Communicates with the team effectively so that each team member has the knowledge necessary to perform their job, and to ensure smooth coverage when out

* Interfaces effectively with surgeons and their offices

* Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position.

Productivity

* Utilizes time effectively.

* Completes all documentation to ensure the availability of accurate and up to date information in accordance with established standards.

* Adheres to established surgery center safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

* Demonstrates the competent usage of proper body…